Παρασκευή, 9 Νοεμβρίου 2012

Seals have been symbols of identity and
authority in China for more than 2,500 years.

Seals are artistically engraved with Chinese characters (words)
or sometimes pictures and used by pressing them into an oily red
paste and then stamping them on documents or artworks to leave
their mark. Seals have served as commanding emblems of identity and
authority in China for thousands of years.

Li Lanqing (b.1932) is a prolific seal carver and calligrapher,
who previously served as Vice Premier of the State Council of China
from 1993 to 2003. In his retirement, Li has been instrumental in
bringing about a dramatic transformation in the arts to return the
traditional practices of seal carving and calligraphy to their
previous popularity enjoyed in the Qing dynasty (1644-1911).The themes that Li’s seals address are revealing
about his own life as well as the history of progressive movements
in twentieth-century China.

Δευτέρα, 5 Νοεμβρίου 2012

from Lahd Gallery's blog...

This
years Affordable Art Fair Hampstead looks set to impress with
exhibits from over 100 galleries, including an exciting collection from
Lahd Gallery for the first time! The Affordable Art Fair prides itself on its accessibility and friendly atmosphere, and caters for everyone
from first time buyers to avid collectors. Not only will there be a
huge range of art to see but the event will also be packed full
of activities including education programmes, workshops and talks.

Our confirmed artists so far are: Irini Gonou,a
Greek artist whose work portrays elements of healing and protection
within ancient traditions from different cultures. Gonou's work is
created using raw materials, and brings the viewer back to ancient times
of rituals and beliefs.Hamid Naseerwho through calligraphy
looks for new inventive ways to represent colour through observing
several works from the famous and renowned calligraphic artists. Hamid Naseer feels that the art of calligraphy has enabled him to connect to the unspoken secrets of life.

French artist Julien Breton,
who has developed his own unique form of virtual calligraphy, based on a
Latin-style alphabet and inspired by an Arabic and Eastern aesthetic.
With a multi-cultural take on calligraphy, Breton’s work incorporates
the cultural identity and style of East and West, often taking
inspiration from western philosophy, hip hop and street art.